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30+ Life Science Investors & Strategic Partners Convene in Denver This Week for 2013 Rocky Mountain Life Science Investor & Partnering Conference
More than 30 leading investors and strategic partners from across the country will come to Denver to connect and invest in the region's emerging life science companies at the 2013 Rocky Mountain Life Science Investor & Partnering Conference. Spearheaded by the Colorado BioScience Association in collaboration with associations in Arizona, Montana, New Mexico and Utah — the conference opens with a reception at the Colorado Governor’s Mansion September 18th. - September 16, 2013 - Colorado BioScience Association
Seattle Seahawks 12th Man Fans Will Attempt Breaking a Guinness World Record for Loudest Crowd Roar – be Careful to Protect Your Hearing
As the Seattle Seahawks season gets into full swing, Luna Family Hearing is urging children and adults to protect their hearing, reminding them that noise-induced hearing loss cannot be reversed. As reported in the Seattle newspapers and news agencies, the Seahawks 12th Man fans will attempt at... - September 15, 2013 - Luna Family Hearing
New “Autism Live” Parent 2 Parent Online Videos Provide Unique Opportunity to Share, Learn and Grow
Autism Live’s new online series “Parent 2 Parent” will begin airing on Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, on www.autism-live.com, featuring two-minute clips that educate parents on all things related to autism. - September 15, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
South Nassau Communities Hospital Provides Tips to Reduce Pediatric Injuries Related to Falling TVs
According to the study, falling TVs accounted for 12,300 injuries among children under age 18 in 2011, a 125% increase from the number recorded in 1990. - September 15, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Advanced Laser & Skin Cancer Center of NJ Educates Patients on Skin Cancer Treatment Options
The medical staff at the Teaneck, New Jersey-based Advanced Laser & Skin Cancer Center offers cryosurgery as an effective treatment for skin cancer. - September 15, 2013 - Advanced Laser & Skin Cancer Center
Leading Fort Lauderdale Dental Practice Announces Premium & Customized Dental Care Plans
JJ Dental is a leading dental practice in Fort Lauderdale that assures premium & individualized treatment for general and cosmetic dentistry needs. - September 15, 2013 - JJ Dental
Author Meet, Greet & Book Signing with Denise Zarrella, Featuring Toby Gingerich
Book Signing Event with TV News Anchor Denise Zarrella & Client Toby Gingerich featuring Ms. Zarrella's new book "Not Even the Sky is the Limit" A portion of the book purchase proceeds will be donated to GentleBrook. An Ohio Not-for-Profit providing services to individuals with developmental disabilities. - September 14, 2013 - GentleBrook
Industry Expert to Discuss Drug Testing at Annual Puerto Rico SHRM Conference
National expert on workplace drug testing, Joe Reilly, will present at the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Puerto Rico Chapter 40th Annual Conference to be held at El Conquistador Resort in Fajardo, PR from September 18 through September 21, 2013. The theme of the conference is "HR Means Business: The Human Factor, The Lead to Success." - September 14, 2013 - USA Mobile Drug Testing
John Main Seminar: International Meditation Community Holds Annual Seminar in Hong Kong for the First Time
Desert Wisdom & Oriental Spirituality: Inner Silence, is the theme of the John Main Seminar 2013 (JMS), held in Hong Kong, September 20-22 2013. - September 14, 2013 - WCCM
OmniMD Ambulatory EHR Vendor Donates Electronic Health Records Software to Quinnipiac University
OmniMD has donated the use of its electronic health record technology valued at $7.6 million to Quinnipiac University, as part of a four-year agreement announced today. Representatives of Quinnipiac’s Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine, School of Nursing and School of Health Sciences are... - September 14, 2013 - OmniMD
Health Solutions in Toronto Announce Whiplash Treatment
Health Solutions has just announced that they are now offering whiplash treatment for their Toronto-based clientele. The clinic provides a variety of services for whiplash treatment including: chiropractic services, registered massage therapy, and acupuncture. Whiplash is an injury that is very... - September 14, 2013 - Health Solutions
“The Tribe of the Modern Mystic” with Kelley Harrell on September 17 “Why Shamanism Now?” Radio Show
On her radio show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity,” teacher, author and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks to Kelley Harrell, shaman and author of Gift of the Dreamtime: Awakening to the Divinity of Trauma, about how the practice of shamanism must now include our ever-changing technological world. - September 14, 2013 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Community Health Charities of the Southeast Welcomes New Board Members in Georgia and Alabama
The mission of Community Health Charities of the Southeast is to unite caring donors in the workplace with the most trusted health charities in Georgia, Alabama and the nation. - September 14, 2013 - Community Health Charities of the Southeast
EduCare Announces New Breast Cancer Survivorship Care Plan Packets
EduCare Inc., a dedicated breast health education company has just released their latest product: Breast Cancer Survivorship Care Plan Packets. - September 13, 2013 - EduCare
Luna Family Hearing at the Washington State Fair
For second year in a row, Luna Family Hearing will be offering free hearing tests at the Washington State Fair. One lucky fair goer will also receive a free pair of digital hearing aids. Every adult, 18 or older, who stops by the booth and fills out an entry form is eligible to win the hearing aids. Luna Family Hearing is a locally owned and operated hearing care company. - September 13, 2013 - Luna Family Hearing
Center for Autism and Related Disorders Hosts Glendale Conference for Parents of Children with Special Needs, September 28th
Center for Autism and Related Disorders will co-host a free conference on Saturday, September 28th, at Christ Tabernacle from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., to help parents of special needs children understand how to access insurance coverage for autism, address challenging behaviors, find support as a parent of a special needs child, and be informed of their legal rights. - September 13, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
AveXis Inc. Names Director, Scientific and Corporate Affairs
AveXis Inc. (avexisinc.com), a synthetic biology platform company, today announced Mindy Du as the company’s new Director of Scientific and Corporate Affairs. This is an essential position within the company, as AveXis is focused on research/development of leading-edge technology for disease... - September 13, 2013 - AveXis Inc.
Music Therapy Program Helps to Improve Socialization, Communication, and Motor Skills in Children
CarePlus is offering Music Therapy Group sessions to children with social, behavioral, and mental health challenges. The groups will be led by music therapist Paul Kates, and will run for 10 weeks. - September 13, 2013 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
Advanced Sleep Medicine Services, Inc. (ASMS) Announces Kermit Newman as New Chief Executive Officer
ASMS is the leading provider of sleep testing services and sleep-related durable medical equipment in Southern California. ASMS is pleased to announce the arrival of Kermit Newman as President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Newman has more than 20 years of healthcare experience, most recently as... - September 13, 2013 - Advanced Sleep Medicine Services, Inc.
NIH Awards Advaita $2.0M for Disease Subtyping and Drug Repurposing Technology Development
The National Institute of General Medical Sciences of the National Institutes of Health issued a Notice of Award granting a Fast-Track Small Business Investigational Research (SBIR) Phase I and Phase II grant of $2.0 million for Advaita Bioinformatics, of Plymouth, Michigan to develop biological... - September 13, 2013 - Advaita
Victor G. Lacombe, M.D. Will Soon be Offering Juvederm VOLUMA
Juvederm VOLUMA XC, an extension of the Juvederm family, will soon be available in the United States. The first of its kind, Juvederm VOLUMA XC is a hyaluronic acid (HA) facial filler specifically made to restore age-related volume loss in the mid-face (the cheeks, cheekbones and around the chin). - September 12, 2013 - Victor Lacombe, M.D.
CNN's Randi Kaye to Host Friends of Karen's Gala
Emmy Award-winning CNN anchor and correspondent Randi Kaye will be the Master of Ceremonies at children's charity Friends of Karen's "An Evening at Tribeca Rooftop" benefit gala, which will honor Jody and J Durst. - September 12, 2013 - Friends of Karen
VERSASUITE™ Launches Displacement Program for Rural and Community Hospitals
VersaSuite launches an EHR Displacement Program targeting rural and community hospitals who have invested in an EHR solution but have discovered it does not meet their needs. Through the “rip and replace program,” VersaSuite software is offered at significant discounts to facilities... - September 12, 2013 - VersaSuite
Shaping Her Esteem’s SHE Mob Takes Over Yonge-Dundas Square
On Sunday September 8th 2013 Shaping Her Esteem (SHE), a Toronto based not-for-profit dedicated to increasing the health and wellbeing of young women, hosted a free fitness SHE Mob at Yonge-Dundas Square. With numerous industry professionals at the helm the SHE Mob led community members and... - September 12, 2013 - Shaping Her Esteem
Drug-Free South Kicking Abuse to the Curb
Drug-Free South, a chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, is working to bring an end to drug abuse in Tennessee. - September 12, 2013 - Drug Free South
New Jersey Autism Community Recognizes State Leaders, Unveils New Learning and Screening Tools for Parents, Educators and Pediatricians
Members of New Jersey’s autism community assembled at New Jersey’s State House to recognize state leaders who have pioneered legislative and public policy measures that have improved funding and access to both private and public autism services in New Jersey. The group, also unveiled... - September 11, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
FastMed Urgent Care Achieves Inc. 5000 Recognition
Inc. magazine ranks FastMed among top 100 healthcare companies nationwide. - September 11, 2013 - FastMed
Like Your Way to Chile with Zegit’s Facebook Sweepstakes
Zegit, an online wellness community, is expanding its social presence with a Facebook Sweepstakes. One randomly picked winner will win a trip for two to Santiago, Chile for six days and five nights. Entrants must like Zegit’s Facebook page, and fill out the entry form. Once complete, an... - September 11, 2013 - zegit
Drop Your Cholesterol – Special Bootcamp by Christina Major of Crystal Holistic Health
Drop Your Cholesterol in 3 Easy Steps - a free call to help people lose weight, lower their cholesterol and Recovery Their Health. - September 11, 2013 - Crystal Holistic Health Consulting
Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Now Offers Cosmetic Laser Services in Fort Myers
Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery now offers MedLite® and V-Beam Cosmetic Laser Services at their Fort Myers office through provider Nicole Bence-Franco. - September 11, 2013 - Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery
Greater Charlotte Healthcare Executives Group Members Receive National ACHE Service Awards
Four healthcare leaders from Carolinas HealthCare System and Novant Health recognized for volunteerism. - September 10, 2013 - GCHEG
Retired UCLA Linebacker Patrick Larimore Launches "My Head Hurts" for Fellow Brain Injury Survivors
Former college football star, whose playing career was cut short by concussion-related injuries, has created a social enterprise for individuals and families affected by brain injuries. - September 09, 2013 - My Head Hurts
San Diego Testosterone Therapy Doctors Comment on Possible Link to Parkinson’s Disease
Sudden drops in testosterone levels in mice caused symptoms like those seen in Parkinson’s disease. - September 09, 2013 - Energenex
Anesthesia Billing Software Experts Physician Office Partners Offer Complete Practice Revenue Analysis
Expert designers of anesthesia billing software, Physician Office Partners, Inc. are now helping clients to identify areas in which their practice is missing revenues through a new service. The company’s revenue analysis is a service addition to their anesthesia billing software package. - September 09, 2013 - Physician Office Partners
New Study Finds That Fear of the Dentist Can be Passed from Parents to Children, Trusted Beverly Hills Dentist Comments
Adults May Have the Ability to Curb the Anxiety of Their Children by Exhibiting Positive Emotional Reactions - September 08, 2013 - The Total Smile
ATL LIMS Webcast: Asbestos Testing, Reporting and Management for Certified Laboratories
Accelerated Technology Laboratories, Inc. (ATL) will host the seventh in a series of complimentary webcasts on Wednesday, September 18, 2013, providing information on Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for asbestos testing laboratories. - September 08, 2013 - Accelerated Technology Laboratories, Inc.
Pink Diamond Gala Sure to be a Shining Fundraiser for Breast Health Education
The Maurer Foundation’s 2013 Annual Pink Diamond Gala promises to be a true gem of an event, providing an elegant and entertaining night that will support the Long Island-based non-profit organization’s breast health education mission. The evening of dancing, music and much more will be held on Thursday, October 17th, 6:30-10:30 p.m. at The Carltun in Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. - September 08, 2013 - The Maurer Foundation
High School Girls Lacrosse Tournament Raises Funds for Breast Health Charity
The Maurer Foundation is proud to announce their participation in the upcoming all-girls lacrosse tournament and fundraiser, LAX for M.e. & the GALS. The tournament will take place on Sunday, October 27th at Smithtown High School East in St. James, NY. Proceeds will benefit both the Maurer Foundation's breast health education and the Girls Athletic League of Smithtown (GALS). - September 08, 2013 - The Maurer Foundation
American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM) Announces Strategic Alliance with Forever Health and Invites Suzanne Somers to Speak at Fall 2013 Conference
The American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM), a leading provider of integrative medicine, today announced a strategic alliance with Forever Health as a strategic partner for our upcoming Fall 2013 Conference November 20-24 in Palm Springs, CA. - September 07, 2013 - ACAM
Senior Concierge Service is Bringing Balance and Sanity to Baby Boomers Caring for Multi-Generational Families
The Senior Concierge industry is on the rise because a concierge can help bring balance and sanity back into the lives of caregivers. A Senior Concierge can lighten the load of family caregivers by providing welfare checks and companionship to senior parents, help with home management, errands, pet care, reminder services and much more. - September 07, 2013 - Life Tree Personal Service LLC
Please Visit The Healing Place Booth at La Fiesta del Pueblo 2013 on September 8, 2013
Raleigh—The Healing Place of Wake County announced today that the organization will participate with an informational booth at La Fiesta del Pueblo 2013, a one-day Latin American festival that is fun for the entire family. - September 06, 2013 - The Healing Place of Wake County
The American Venous Forum - The Vein Forum Course: A Comprehensive Hands-on Course for Practicing Clinicians
The Vein Forum Course on October 11-12, 2013 at the Hyatt Boston Harbor in Boston, MA is targeted to clinicians in the fields of vascular surgery, interventional radiology, phlebology, interventional cardiology and hematology. The American College of Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM. This entire course meets the requirements for Self-Assessment Credit. - September 06, 2013 - American Venous Forum
Innovative Medical Device Transforms Hip Replacement Surgery
A revolutionary patented medical device has transformed the previously highly invasive hip replacement medical procedure into an outpatient experience. - September 06, 2013 - Surgery One
South Nassau’s Center for Breast Health Earns National Accreditation
The center earned the accreditation following a rigorous on-site evaluation to demonstrate that it is in complete compliance with standards established by the NAPBC for treating women who are diagnosed with breast disease. - September 06, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Peter Mangiola, Senior Health and Wellness Expert, Announces the Publication of Memory Matters, the First in a Series of Cognitive Health Articles Affecting Senior Health
Ebook covers signs of cognitive disorders and dementia. - September 06, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ
Raleigh Cosmetic Surgery Practice Launches New Website
Davis Plastic Surgery launches their new website, offering a fresh look and more resources for patients. - September 06, 2013 - Davis Plastic Surgery
American Clinical Solutions Releases a New Confirmatory Test for Alcohol Exposure
Alcohol abuse is a serious public health issue in the United States. American Clinical Solutions routinely conducts alcohol tests in urine and oral fluid samples. - September 06, 2013 - American Clinical Solutions
D.A.W.G.S. Hosts Special Guest from Atlanta
Craig Roberts, coordinator of D.A.W.G.S. (Diabetics in the Area of Waycross Gathering for Support), announces the coming of a special guest from Atlanta for the September 5 meeting, taking place at 6:00 that evening in the classroom of the Mayo Clinic Health System in Waycross Annex Building, across the street from the hospital’s Emergency Room. - September 05, 2013 - Advocate
Sarasota, Florida, Observes National Discover Your Optimal Health Day
Got Health? Healthy Happy Hour Set for Sept. 12, 2013. - September 05, 2013 - Dominique Kohlenberger
Laser + Skin Institute Dermatology Center Announces the Addition of Suzanne Gappa, Medical Aesthetician Who Has Joined the Practice in September 2013
Dr. Lisa Breslauer is proud to announce that Suzanne Gappa, has joined THE SPA at Laser + Skin Institute. Ms. Gappa brings her vast experience to the Laser + Skin Institute. In her career, she has specialized in Microdermabrasion, Facials, Chemical Peels and Waxing. “Our patients have come... - September 05, 2013 - Laser + Skin Institute